Second opinion
Surgery or no surgery? Sometimes a neutral second opinion is needed. Especially when it comes to important decisions regarding your health.
The advantages for you
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You find out what alternatives there are to the planned surgery.
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You’ll gain greater certainty in making the right decision.
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Your situation is assessed by proven experts in the field.
How to get a second opinion
Personally, from your chosen doctor
The CSS Health Coach is your personal point of contact for all questions related to a second opinion regarding your planned operation. You discuss the procedure for obtaining your second opinion together. You then arrange an appointment directly with the doctor of your choice.
Quick and online
Fill out the questionnaire and upload your documents. The qualified team of Swiss doctors will review your documents and give you a reliable, independent second opinion in around 10 working days.
Frequently asked questions
If everything is happening too fast for you, you have doubts about the need for surgery, or the medical procedure entails considerable risks – then a second opinion makes sense. CSS will cover the cost if you have supplementary medical costs insurance.
Then we recommend taking the time to think things through and discussing both recommendations with the doctor treating you (family doctor or specialist). They can help you reach a decision.
With an online second opinion, it is still possible to submit your documents by post.
You can get a second opinion for all planned operations with the exception of oncology. Orthopaedics, traumatology, vascular diseases, neurosurgery, cardiac surgery, visceral surgery and urology can all be assessed online.
